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Calendula healing salve

A gentle, skin-soothing balm for cuts, bug bites, and dry patches. Calendula-infused oil plus beeswax produces a kid-safe salve that lasts a year.

60 min
Prep time
$3.50
Per serving
4
Servings
Intermediate
Difficulty

Ingredients

  • 1 cupDried calendula flowers
  • 1 cupOlive or jojoba oil
  • 1 ozBeeswax pellets
  • 10 dropsLavender essential oil (optional)
  • 4Small glass tins (1 oz each)

Instructions

1
Infuse the oil
Combine calendula and oil in a glass jar. Place in a double boiler over low heat for 1 hour, or sit in a sunny window for 4-6 weeks for a slower infusion.
2
Strain
Pour through a fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth, pressing the flowers to extract all the oil. Discard the spent flowers.
3
Melt the beeswax
Return the strained oil to the double boiler. Add beeswax and stir until fully melted and combined.
4
Pour and cool
Remove from heat. Stir in lavender oil if using. Pour into tins and let set for 1 hour. Apply 1-2 times daily to affected skin. Shelf life: 1 year.
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These recipes are for general wellness purposes only and have not been evaluated by the FDA. Consult your healthcare provider before use if pregnant, nursing, or on medications.